Unemployment and crime fuel mental health crisis among SA youth
By Ragheema Mclean Several communities across the country are witnessing a troubling rise in mental health difficulties among the younger population, driven by the stress of crime, gun violence, rising unemployment, and food shortages. These socio-economic challenges are having a profound impact on the younger generation, exacerbating an already dire situation. Recent figures released by StatsSA have only added to the growing concern. The unemployment rate increased to 33.5% in […]
